Quote by G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb
A person reveals his character by nothing so clearly as the joke he resents.
Summary
This quote suggests that a person's character can be understood by paying attention to the type of humor they find offensive or react negatively to. The way someone reacts to a joke that they resent can reveal their values, beliefs, and sensitive areas. It implies that what offends or upsets a person on a comedic level can be indicative of their true nature or certain aspects of their personality.